Ep 7 concept saber build DONE

[RvanAken]

Re: Ep 7 concept saber build

I understand completely. Or some kind of holster.



I've also been thinking about the way the sabers are carried in the prequels, I happen to have the same connector.



Little update: The first layer of brown paint is on. Have to see how it dried, may needs a second coat. I hope to start weathering in the weekend.



-R-

 

[RvanAken]

Re: Ep 7 concept saber build

New update.

i did some painting this weekend and this is what i've come up with. For the tooth/claw I went for a fossilized look and i'm pretty happy how it turned out. What do you guys think?


I've been thinking about using a magnet to attach the saber to my belt, it will give it a nice clean look and is easier to do.

thanks for whatching.

-R-

 

[Luke the Belter]

Re: Ep 7 concept saber build

Looks great.

I wouldn't think it could be foam :thumbsup

I've been thinking about using a magnet to attach the saber to my belt, it will give it a nice clean look and is easier to do.

The magnet should be strong (in the force) though your saber won't fall off while walking.

 

[Jevaho]

Re: Ep 7 concept saber build

Very impressive work! I will be following this thread with great interest.

 

[RvanAken]

Re: Ep 7 concept saber build

almost done. I added a strong magnet on the inside of the saber so i can put it on a piece of metal on a belt. only thing missing is the button, but a can add one when i find one because the tooth/claw isn't attached to the saber. friction holds it in the saber.

I'm very happy with the emitter, it is really basic and doesn't stand out much. it fits the design of the saber really well. the tooth/claw turned out better then I expected, some friends even thought it was a real fossil until they touched it.

So, thats my second saber (almost) done, how do you guys/girls like it?

-R-

 

[mvanwalks421]

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I think it's an amazing build, hope the actual concept made it as final into the movie so you have bragging rights.

How long is the saber?

 

[RvanAken]

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I'll take some measurements tonight when I get back from work.

-R-

 

[Rontan101]

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I Am VERY impressed with this! makes me wanna dig out my old lightsaber project and finish it

 

[RvanAken]

Re: Ep 7 concept saber build

As promised, here are a few measurements. The total length of the saber is 27.5 cm. The diameter of the metal part is 3.2 cm. The tooth/claw is 22.5 cm in length by 4 cm at its widest.

I've also added a photo of the the button I'm going to use. It's made up from two found parts. A knob from an old recorder and a screw bolt I found. I'll be painting the bolt red tonight and hope to find some time tomorrow to Finnish the saber by putting it on.

-R-

 

[RvanAken]

Re: Ep 7 concept saber build

Finally done. As a birthday gift to myself I really had to finish this build this morning before I go to work. I wonder what my family thinks about this when they come over this evening.



I'm pretty happy how the button worked out, the connection to the saber isn't as smooth as I would like but its the best I could do with the tools I have.



The magnets work great for hanging the saber on my belt. It hangs nice and tight on a metal clip I had laying around. And it works great for easy storage, it hangs on the fridge right now.



So I'm proud to announce the (as far as I can find) first ep7 concept saber is truly done.

And the best part is, I haven't spend any money on it. All the parts I had laying around, including paint, glue and really strong magnets.



I hope you all have enjoyed this build.



-R-

 

[Luke the Belter]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Great build.
The button looks good. And spending no money on your birthday to yourself is great, too

Have a nice day

 

[RvanAken]

Now the teaser is out and there are already numerous discussions about EP7 I'll give this thread a little bump

 

[mvanwalks421]

Spoiler

You may very well have built Gwendoline Christie's lightsaber. The 4chan "rumors awaken" leak suggest Gwendoline's character is an Inquisitor with a yellow lightsaber

 

[RvanAken]

Thanks mvanwalks421 nice to know there is a possibility that my saber will show up in EP7. I can't wait to check it out, sadly its still a long wait.

-R-

 

[Sith4Life]

Late to the party but this was cool

 

[RvanAken]

I know it hat been a few years between tis post and the last but I would like to share what 6 years of cosplay and collecting dust do to a prop.

I made this in 2017 as the first person to do so and there are some great creators who made even better and more beautifull
I a video on YouTube to show how much fun it is to make and collect movieprops in a budget.
if you want to see my content check this link: https://www.youtube.com/@RubensBudgetCreations

mostly AliExpress buys for my collection but also some diy props.